Debate Around Religion-Based Reservations
India’s election season has reignited debates surrounding reservation based on religion. Questions are being asked about the compatibility of religion-based reservations with the secular principles…
World Bank Report on Agri-food System
The World Bank’s recent report, “Recipe for a Livable Planet: Achieving Net Zero Emissions in the Agrifood System”, has emphasized on significant potential for reducing…
Glyptothorax punyabratai: New Catfish Species Discovered in Arunachal Pradesh
India’s leading institute for fish genetic resources ICAR-NBFGR has identified a new species of catfish, Glyptothorax punyabratai, in the Tung Stream of Brahmaputra River drainage system.…
Russia’s Batagaika Crater Expands Rapidly Due to Thaw
The Batagaika Crater, also spelled as Batagay, often referred to as the “gateway to the underworld,” is in the permafrost regions of Siberia, Russia and…
EU Adopts First Law Against Violence Towards Women
On May 7, the European Union formally adopted groundbreaking legislation designed to combat violence against women across its 27 member states. This legislation includes measures…
Gagan Strike-II: Indian Army, IAF Conduct Joint Exercise in Punjab
The Indian Army’s Kharga Corps, part of the Army’s Western Command, recently concluded a three-day joint military exercise Gagan Strike-II with the Indian Air Force…
Third Tashkent International Investment Forum Attracts $26.6 Billion in Global Investments
The 3rd Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF) held recently was a resounding success, attracting global investors and facilitating deals worth $26.6 billion. More than 2,500…
Thailand Extends Visa-Free Entry for Indian, Taiwanese Tourists
Thailand has recently extended a visa exemption initiative for tourists from India and Taiwan, now effective until November 11, 2024. This decision, announced by Prime…
Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Marks 65th Raising Day
The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated its 65th Raising Day recently, with an emphasis on embracing modern technology and techniques to accelerate project completions. About…
Sun Releases Two Powerful Solar Flares, Causes Blackouts
In the past week, the Sun has emitted two significant solar flares from a newly identified sunspot, AR3663, causing impacts such as radio blackouts in…